PUTRAJAYA April 12, 2026 – Malaysia has entered the active monsoon transition phase, with the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MET Malaysia) forecasting more humid conditions and the likelihood of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds across most parts of the country over the next seven days.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, issued the update via his official X account this morning.
“Over the next week, MET Malaysia expects the weather to become more humid, with the potential for thunderstorms and heavy rain in most areas, particularly in the west and inland regions of the Peninsula including Johor and Melaka, as well as the interior of Sabah and Sarawak,” Zahid said.
He noted that while the shift should help ease the intense hot weather experienced in recent weeks, some northern and inland parts of the Peninsula may still record higher temperatures.
The DPM stressed the need for vigilance, as the weather pattern could trigger sudden heavy downpours, gusty winds, and thunderstorms within a short period. In Johor and Melaka, rain and thunderstorms are expected during morning, afternoon, and night hours, depending on the locality.
Zahid also highlighted ongoing concerns over water levels at dams in Johor and Melaka, which remain at worrying levels due to uneven rainfall distribution in recent times.
“To address this, Cloud Seeding Operations (Operasi Pembenihan Awan – OPA) will be carried out subject to suitable atmospheric conditions, in an effort to increase rainfall in critical catchment areas,” he added.
The government will continue to closely monitor the situation and take all necessary steps to safeguard public well-being and ensure a stable water supply, he assured.
The announcement, accompanied by an official MET Malaysia graphic, forms part of broader disaster preparedness efforts under the Malaysia MADANI framework.
Members of the public are advised to stay updated with the latest weather alerts from MET Malaysia and to exercise caution during this transitional period.
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